An 18th Century British Volunteers Light Dragoon Flintlock Pistol
Stock Number: 50119
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A British Volunteers Light Dragoon Flintlock Pistol
Period
C 1780 -1800
Dimensions
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Geographical area
UK and Ireland
Description
A fine example of this 18th Century British Volunteer, single shot Flintlock pistol. With a 16 Bore, 8-1/4″ round barrel, now to a fine, smooth, silver/grey, unblemished patina. There are 2 clear proof marks to the top rear of the barrel. The Lock is clearly stamped with a Crown & Tower mark. There is a Swan necked hammer with what appears to be an original top jaw and flint. There is a raised waterproof pan, and standard Frizzen and hinged Steel Plate.. The action to 1/2 and full cock is strong and sound.
The original full walnut stock, has minor dings and bruises of use and age, and no cracks or obvious chips, and to a fine mid tone patina.
The standard brass trigger guard and butt stock cap are in vg condition.
The steel tipped wooden ramrod is retained by 2 brass pipes, and standard groove within the forestock.
Carried by Gentlemen, and also private purchase for Volunteer Cavalry…… C 1780 – 1800.
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Dealer information
Millais Antiques
I have dealt in Antique Arms and Armour for about 35 years, and my interest began as a school boy during the 2nd WW.
After leaving my home town of Leicester, I went to University, and qualified as a Dental Surgeon at Guys Hospital in 1961 .
My main interests are British and North American Arms of the 18th, 19th,and early 20th Century, plus a few Continental items.
It was 14 years ago that I retired from Dentistry. However, I have continued running my Antiques business, initially while still in practice, and now make most of my sales online, but still exhibit at a number of specialized Antique Arms and Militaria Fairs eg .. Bisley, Bristol, and also at the IACF Fairs, at Ardingly, Sussex.
I also deal in Period Scientific Instruments, mainly of a military association, and have a full listing on www.fleaglass.com.
